the tests are the exact questions from the online quiz all you have to do is pratice on them... depends on your ta how hard the homework is graded

His class is a whole lot of fun. You will learn a lot about different economic systems. Fun teacher to sit down with and discuss world events and politics. Really funny guy. Tests are long essay questions. Be warned if you are not a good writer.

the tests are the exact questions from the online quiz all you have to do is pratice on them... depends on your ta how hard the homework is graded.Politically biased.

I liked professor Gummerso, yes he is opiniated but so what. He does give work but if you do it it helps for the exams. The exams are straightforward if you study you could do very well. He is funny and very accessible and helpful, I recommend him.

very good easy to understand but very opiniated

Awesome teacher, he is really nice and very articulate. Very interesting class, I would recommend it to everyone.

Gummerson does an excellent job of teaching. He's very good humored and always willing to address any questions his students might have. And contrary to what others say, he does a good job of helping his students outside the classroom. He has a passion for what he teaches and does so with clarity.

This class is for the person that REALLY wants to learn. He is opinionated but in a positive way. He is very clear in his explanations and he will answer your questions. He is no the easiest teacher but an A is very attainable if you pay attenion. Great teacher!! He knows his economics. He is funny.

Awesome guy. i enjoyed him, very opinionated but helps u understand the material. very funny, i recommend him to anyone

I have to say...he is extremely boring!!!! Lectures the entire time and there is homeowrk due every single class which is graded. Tests are also not very easy.

Excellent teacher, funny, gives good examples. I took Macro on the fall with Oliveira, I dropped that class, but Prof. Gummerson is the best intro to macroeconomics teacher FIU has, no doubt about it. You just have to read the book,LISTEN to his lectures, ask questions, do the HW and you'll br fine.

Gummerson is the best, I read my chapters, did my h/w which is due once a week, not every time the class meets. (He might collected everyday in the short summer terms.) I asked many questions in class more than 5 per class, and brought out good topics... he is helpfull if you care to ask for he help

Good teacher and very helpful. Go to lectures and read the textbook and you should be fine with this class.

Very inspiring classes. If you listen to everything that he says and spend time on the homeworks, then preparing for the exams is a breeze. Never in my life did I think that Economics can be made so interesting!!!

The best professor to take for intermediate macro.

I loved his class, he really knows his material. It is a very interesting class, and the exams are to think.

He's fair...He has strong opinions and tries to prove them to you, and does an excellent job in doing so...You stay on top of your game, and he will get you understanding Economics better than any other teacher...

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This guy is awesome he made me want to minor in economics. great teaching skills and I am currently taking ecs 3003 with him he is really really good at what he does. great class

He's overall a good professor but kinda boring. He takes up the entire hour. I learned more from reading the book and doing the homework than listening to his lectures.

amazing teacher, amazing class- highly recommend.

he was very clear and explained everything in-depth. highly recommended

He is a good teacher

He is a good professor but the class material is hard. Be prepare to do Homework is 10 % of your grade. He curves the tests and HW.

This professor is really good and it is soooo interesting to see how good he knows his material. I also enjoy the way he teaches because he really gets into it and you can tell he enjoys his job. DO NOT listen to the person that said this course was hard...they are probably just lazy and do not like to work...I am not going to lie you have to work

good teacher. knows the material very well. i wont lie you have to do work. Homework and tests are curved. 3rd exxam is hard. he loves economics and he loves teaching. Take him. Be in class everyday if you want a good grade.

GOOD TEACHER, you just read the book and get an A, for real the 3 exams are straight from the book kind of like the HW problems, this is bc he only goes over the book he doesn't say anything different, that's why if reding gets you bored, then sometimes he's lectures might put you to sleep. anyway compareto others I highly recommend him

Extremely passionate teacher..and an extremely compassionate human being.Should be the head of U.N.!!!His ideas are thought-provoking; his lectures go far and beyond the curriculum. At the end of the course, you come out as a better person.But if you are looking for an easy course, this is not it.You've to like reading & writing to get good grades.

Great teacher, he makes the class interesting and his curve is amazing. Plus, there is no final, the last test is just what was covered from the test before it till that point, so no worrying about remembering things from the start of the year..

Excellent Professor. Homework can be hard. If you do it, it will help you for tests. Tests are not hard. They are straightforward. Do practice online. It really helps. Ignore the negative comments about Gummerson. He is always there to help during office hours and makes Economics interesting and fun. I'm considering majoring in Economics now.

Ok class. Not bad. Not good. Gummerson is a good professor though. Lots of homework.

He is a great professor, yet his class is somewhat hard. a lot of homework but at the end is kinda extra credit. I got an A and If I can do it, you can too.

The class is not as easy at people make it seem. He is a decent teacher. My micro teacher was better. This is the only class that homework has ever hurt me. I do better on the test then on my homework. I have no idea how his TA grades it.

Passionate teacher, knows his material, didnt give you enough chances to improve your grade though, 3 exams 90% and HW 10% NO QUIZZES in between in case you screw up on the exam...

He explains everything in depth... very clear... go prof.

he goes directly by the book, easily to follow, will explain things until u understand... unless u dont let him know... good teacher

If you want to spend hours upon hours on your homework for a 40% and if you want to eat sleep and breathe macro the weekend before the test to get a maybe a C, and not have any time for other classes to end up with maybe a C overall, then go ahead and take this class! But, everyone is so bad that the curve is like.. 50%=C

he is really into economics. i took this class during the summer. the homework was online so it was pretty easy. yeah its alotta work and u really gotta study, but he helps u during the lectures. make sure to interact and ask questions. I got an 'A' after working very hard so it is possible. good luck.

He is a great professor! very knowledgable and helpful. You'll definitely learn macro with him, but don't take it if you want an easy A (only top 15% of the class get A's)

Interesting class. Knows his stuff and knows how to teach. You must do homework and study in order to pass. But you will leave understanding macro.

Mr. Gummerson is one of the best economic teachers FIU has. True, its not an easy A but as long as you go to class, do your hwk and pay attention you'll get an A. if ur lazy and just want a letter grade (and not learn anything) than he is definitely not for your bc with him you'll really learn your economics. Overall he is very knowledgeable, great

Not an easy A, but if you study and attend his lectures, you can do it. Knows his material, but can get boring.

Great professor! He is really passionate about economics and will really interest you in the subject.

One of the best economic teachers, if you really want to learn you should take him. His tests are pretty hard, but his curves are pretty good! If you read the textbook and do the homework you will pass for sure!

Awesome Guy.... I was the youngest one in the class and did well, worked my ass off, but he is always there for office hours. Test are the hardest I have ever seen, however the curve is awesome and you just have to beat your classmates and not him to do good! take him!

With this prof you can forget about an easy A. You really will have to work your a** off to get A or B. He knows the subject, his explanations are very clear and you better listen to him carefully in order to pass a test. If you really want to know Economics - hi is the guy to take!

dude is smart, but hes is SO BORING!

I read the comments before taking this class and thought he would be great but it didn't go that way at all. His exams are really hard and there's a lot of hw which are hard sometimes. He was just really hard, you might be better off not taking it don't beleive the comments that he's a great professor.The only thing is that he's nice that's all.

AWESOME!!!! He is very good at teaching the material. Real funny. Just make sure you go to class and do your homework nd you will be fine.

Classes are hard. You'll have to nail the material in order to get a good grade in his exams, but he gives a really good curve! Overall, he's very knowledgeable, you'll learn A LOT! he's the best econ. professor I've had. If you want to learn, take him, it won't be easy but it'll be worthwhile.

This professor is HARD. VERY hard. But you do learn a lot in his class and he does know the material well. just be ready to get a low grade. The grading scale is weird and the exams at 10 multiple choice questions and two essay questions which are rather hard. No extra credit at all.

Amazing professor!!! He goes by the book and makes the subject very interesting. I definitely recommend him...he's funny too!

this prof is amazing.For those students that are lazy and dont put effort, it will be hard.But if you actually do the reading and ask questions in class there is no reason to get and A or B.He is one of the most clear and understandable professors there is. If you want to learn and your willing to work hard this man is the best choice.

If you want to actually LEARN take his class and work your butt off!! It's easy for those it is logical to. (DUH) I do not suggest for a freshman to take him. He is difficult but as long as you go to his office hours he will try and make you understand. If you want an easy A take another professor. I begged for extra credit and still NO!! Nice guy

I have Taken Prin & Inter Macro with Gummerson. If you really want to learn about economics take this class. If you are one of those dumbass students who wants get easy grades DONT take this class. In order to pass his test you must UNDERSTAND the material. Not just read, KNOW. Best professor so far!!! Prepares you for harder classes to come.

I took several econ courses with Dr. Gummerson - one of the best professors I've ever had. He teaches in a way that really sinks in, and he is fun to argue with. He may seem impatient at times, but he is always willing to explain things over and over until you understand. He's also very funny and easy going.

Great professor; his intro to macroeconomics class got me to major in economics. Take any classes he gives. You need to study and understand the material to do well on tests. His tests are more on the difficult side but it makes you actually learn the material. Tests are fairly curved too. I highly recommend him.

He knows the subject very well... Very good in teaching... funny... the assignments are very helpful... if you read the book, you will pass the test... I realized it at the end of the semester... lol...

awesome professor. knows alot about economics. Its a difficult class but not impossible, just requires your time. text book is a must!! uses it in class and also great for studying whats going to be on tests.

Great professor. Knows his subject well...great style of teaching. If you want to really learn economics, take him. Funny professor makes class interesting and relates his explanations to real life making you understand the topic better.

He really knows what he's talking about. There are 3 tests and online homework on every chapter. It wasn't a hard class, just make sure you read the book. It's a must. The test aren't that difficult, just a bit tricky.

Easy class. I'm not sure why the people below me are complaining. I took this class and five other ones and still managed to get an "A". Just read the book, study the lectures, and do the Econportal assignments and you should do well. If you are lazy on the other hand, then you will do bad.

Important: Look up FIU macro-site for details, and try putting his lectures on YouTube. :) In class, he repeats: "M'kay?" & "Does that make sense?". For obvious reasons, too many of my peers fail the class to easily; it's sad, because I never wrote notes and still aced this class. Just highlight the ebook (study) and find help for HW from anywhere.

I criticized this teacher for my performance, as did every student. But to be totally honest with you, this guy TRIES and Tried! I mean I did not watch/look at a lecture, and rarely cared for the homework! Yet I passed with a B, with his massive curve. With a basic knowledge of economics, you can pass this course! Its a Joke, with the curve!!

He knows a lot about Econ and has a way of bringing relevant applications to the content of the course. HOWEVER! When it comes down to really grasping the material, you should try to do so on your own time and THEN go to class if you wish. Blanchard's textbook is a leviathan! With that being said, his class is for the hardcore economic student.

This professor really knows his stuff. And most importantly, he knows how to teach it. Took his class in a hybrid format with proctored exams and online lectures. If you want an easy A for your econ classes take him every step of the way. It's not only easy, you actually learn something too. Certainly recommend him.

The guy is an economic genius, and knows how to teach it. You go to his classes and take notes, you're guaranteed the A simply because you'll learn it. If you try to watch it online and you're good about it, you'll be okay. But go in if you can.

Very good professor! Its a hard class (weekly online homework) but you will enjoy it, maybe. Try to go to the actual class instead of watching it online cause sometimes there are technical difficulties. I've got really good grades on the tests cause I read carefully the book and memorized the key concepts. If you study hard you will be fine :)

Very helpful teacher. I took macroeconomics wih him and even though the class isn't easy, he was always vey helpful. office hours with him really helped. If you slack on classes you will fail but if you don't youl will learn very valuable info. Overall great proffessor.

GREAT professor. Knows his stuff veryyyy well! Yes, the course is hard. Period. You need to study a lot to ace the exams and online hw. But that't just the beauty of it, people always think that college is just about getting an easy teacher and not learning anything. In his class you ACTUALLY learn!

Professor G really does know his stuff.. I reall learned a lot in his class... and yes, economics is not easy at first.but if you read the chapters more than once and grasp the concept you will do good :)I had to read the chapters more than once to understand it and do good in online hw and tests.READ THE BOOK!you have no idea how much it will help

I took the class but watched the lectures online, well barely. I will say he knows his stuff well! But the test is based more on the book. So if you read, read, and READ.. you'll pass easily. Also pay attention to the homework's, allot of the questions from it is on the test. Overall, he is a good teacher.

Economics sucks and this professor doesn't make it more interesting. He talked and talked that it made me not want to watch any video. I never went to the lectures and still did good on the tests. I basically taught myself. Only reason I liked this class was because attendance was not mandatory.

He was very intelligent, but not too good at teaching his students. Tests were HARD!!! hw's help your grade a lot though. Also there is a major curve, if you work really hard and read you can do well. A lot of it you'll have to teach yourself though, overall it's very tough but managable with a lot of studying

He made me want to study business. He was a great professor, and really know the things he's talking about. He curves good, and he will teach you a lot. Not exactly the easiest class, but not really hard either.You'll learn a lot.

It's an alright class. Right now I'm taking it and it is pretty hard, but passable. You have to read the book and watch his lectures. It's preferable to read his powerpoints. It would be a very hard class without the curve that he gives. The easiest way to study for the test is by doing the learning curve and the self quiz.

Lectures are boring. Book isn't so bad. The exams are HARD. ADVICE: read the chapters, understand them, study them, and do the loooong homeworks.. you will get an A. The homeworks are long (takes about 2+ hrs) but is worth 25% so it helps with final grade. Gummerson is AWESOME because of his curve. Had a 75 & got an A. I was lucky the avg was low.

I think he's a great professor who really knows what he is talking about. Listen to his lectures and then read the book for review and you will be just fine. Only students who expect things handed to them were upset with him. Good class, expect to learn alot.

Great teacher. Knows what he's talking about and keeps class interesting. Tests are extremely hard and are straight from the text. Curves a lot. Has A bunch of online assignments that boost your grade. Passed with an A.

Wonderful professor really. Watch his lectures and do the homework, study for the tests and really you'll be fine. He curves about 10% on each test and your final grade also. He knows what he is talking about and is a great professor. You can certainly succeed in this class

Homework is online so find a buddy to do it together and is worth 1/4 of your grade. Overall I think this class is DO-ABLE you MUST STUDY THE BOOK and the professor IS VERY HELPFUL he's always there during his tutoring hours/office hours. Those that don't study are the ones complaining. There is a curve at the end. Overall it was a good class :)

The class is difficult but keep in mind that your grade is based on a class cure. I ended the class with a 79 which gave me an A. an A= 70 to 96. The test are very hard. STUDY THE BOOK! you dont have to watch lectures but make sure you know the book!

The class requires that you pay attention and study. All in all Gummerson is a great professor who explains concepts very well. He grades generously and often postpones hmwk. He made the class interesting..

I took his macroeconomics online-lectures class. Overall, he was a good prof, but the tests and the online quizzes were a little difficult. Studying the textbook is a must. I thought I was going to get a B+, but thanks to the curve at the end got an A. I would recommend him. I also suggest taking micro before macro, that helped me with this class.

He's is a great professor, knows he's stuff. If you have a passion for economics like I do, you should definitely take comparative economic systems with him. A lot of people find him difficult, because the exams are essay based but come on people your in college! He gives you the opportunity to write everything you learned in the exams!

Took him for principals of macro. Impossible to pass. HUGE CURVE! Go to his office hours, he is actually very nice and cares about the subject. He helps you out if he sees that you make an effort.

Amazing professor! Watch all his lectures and read the chapters and you'll be fine. His gives generous curves on all 3 exams. Homework is difficult and takes 2 hours or more to finish, but only counts for 10% of your grade.

The class is easy, you must watch all the lectures but he teaches the material clearly, much better than other professors, so far the best teacher I've had, whoever says he is difficult is either lazy or is expecting high school level courses, Got A+ after massive curve (would have gotten a 120 if it was possible because he gave a 30+ point curve)

The topic itself is hard but he does a really good job explaining. DO NOT rely on the book, watch his lectures and you'll understand. He explains really well

I loved taking this class and strongly recommend it. It can be tricky but Mr. Gummerson is an excellent professor. It is absolutely necessary to attend lectures or look at them online or you will be lost. If you need help he is radily available to do so

He is a good professor and he really knows his stuff. If you're the type to go to class with your ipod on and not paying attention to anything, you will fail. You MUST read, you MUST study because his exams are the only grades. Fail one, and you're done for the semester. He is not easy, but if you ask him to clarify he will. His curves are generous

What I read over here, negative comments about him, that's all BS. You have to attend the classes, YOU HAVE TO STUDY the book if you want to get an A. And its not hard. Truth is macroeconomics is a complex and logical subject, you cant magically answer the test questions if you don't. Plus, I love his passionate political commentaries!

Class isn't mandatory, he gives 3 tests, and clearly defines what will be on each one. Easy class if you attend or regularly watch the videos, just don't leave studying to the last minute because each test has a lot of material. He has clear office hours and is there for you. As long as you think clearly you will be just fine.

He is a great teacher. If you must take Macro, take him. There is at least one homework due online every two weeks but the homework really helps you understand the subject. It is really easy to get an A if you attend his lectures and do the homeworks. The 3 exams are just like the homework. Do what I did and just keep reviewing to get an A.

One of the best teachers I have ever had. Although the course is a little hard and time consuming, his lectures are really good and if you do not want to attend class, like I did, you can watch his lectures online. There is a lot of homework but it helps a lot in understanding the concept and getting ready for the test.

Fantastic professor, without question the best professor I've had at FIU. The key to passing this course (like in many others) is to read the textbook prior to his lectures. There's no way you can memorize the content for tests, get ready to study up. Dr. G was even willing to help me out with things that weren't pertinent to the course. 5/5

Lectures are recorded but I suggest going to class if you can. The textbook is ESSENTIAL to passing, lectures can help clear some things up. Homework due every once in a while, but it helps you understand the material better. This class is no joke, but the curve ended up being nuts; a 66+ was an A. If you really wanna understand economics, take him

**KNOW your stuff and you'll do great. Not mere memorization. Study until you achieve mastery. That means watching the lectures online, analyzing the textbook, and practicing. Do that, and you'll do great. The tests are *hard* because it asks near questions like, "Is it spelled Blue, or Bleu?" and you literally just have to know which is correct.

Really great professor. His lectures are great and he really knows his stuff. Going to class is not mandatory but if you want to ensure you pass, you should stick through all his lectures. Overall very knowledgeable professor.

Honestly this class is really interesting and he's a great professor. BUT it's brutal and it's a lot of information to process and to really think about. The key to success in this class is to go to his office hours, he really helps you out a lot I'm no genius and I passed with an A. Study hard, read the book/ watch the videos and you'll be fine :)

He is an amazing economics professor and you can tell he loves what he preaches. Can be a difficult class, you have to stay on top of the lectures, readings and study hard for the exams!! They divided equally on theory and actual calculations. Curves final grades. Even though it is difficult he is a great professor you will learn!

Overall it's difficult but if you put the time and effort in, you will pass. He has three tests that make up 90% of your grade. He has a pretty generous curve but you still need to study in order to pass the exams. It is interesting when the prof talks about current events since they will usually tie in with what he is teaching that day.

Nice guy but pretty hard class. However, if you are willing to invest your heart and soul in this class it is very possible to get an A. He records his lectures and posts them on blackboard, but I promise it is smart to go to class. HW is due every other week, sometimes consecutive weeks. There are three tests and they mostly consist of the book.

If you aren't ready to memorize an entire textbook, don't take this class. His curves are outrageous though. I got an F and it curved to a C+.

the lectures are very informative and very helpful

Very good teacher, posts every lecture online, and his tests are based on his lectures and textbooks.

The material was confusing and hard. His lectures are long and boring but he does the best to help you understand the material. Just read, study, and review the chapter quizzes from the HW before each exam (questions on chap quizzes are similar to exams). He curves A LOT. As long as you somewhat know the material you should be fine (I barely did).

Prof Gummerson is smart, but has a very strong opinion. Class is about the Great Recession, how it happened, and how it should've been ended earlier. The book is by Krugman so it leans left; but, all analysis is backed up by real-world data. Grade is made up by 3 exams, all of which are very hard, but the curve is extremely generous.

He is an excellent professor and is especially clear with the material, and what you need to do to pass the class. You have to read the textbook and learn the material. If you read the textbook -- he blatantly tells you most of the test questions are from the book test bank. If you understand the text, you'll be fine.

I'm glad that FIU acquired him as a professor. He's truly inspirational and really knows his Keynesian economics. There's online HW and 4 solid exams and that's it. I've had a great semester learning from him and hearing his side stories. Don't see why he has an over 3.5 rating. I think he's pretty cool.

I took this class twice(once in HS),&it was not a terribly hard class.(I got a 58 and that curved to a B).There is a good amount of homework,but it does a great job of teaching you the material,so if you don't want to read the textbook,you don't really need to.I saw Gummerson3times(for the tests)and he was always nice. He posts live lectures online